SONYS BIGGEST TV! (that BEATS MiniLED) 98 Inch SONY X90L Review
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00:00 SONY X90L TV
02:43 SONY TV INSTALLATION AND SETUP
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05:26 SONY TV BRIGHTNESS
06:57 98” SONY X90L AFTER CALIBRATION
07:49 SONY BRAVIA XR 98 PICTURE QUALITY
11:20 GAMING ON A 98 INCH TV
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Phew Phew Phew Phew................Wait till you see the BRAVIA 9 Series. That will blow your mind 🤯. I really hope you manage to get in 85" instead of 75" as the zone count difference is big. 75" is set to have 1920 Zones while 85" is expected to have 2800 zones. So that is a huge difference. Please ask them and push them for 85" if possible.
Nice review keep up the good work
When i was a kid and the largest home tv anyone could buy was those giant box crt tv's, my dream, game wise, was to play Tekken from PlayStation on a huge, yet to be invented tv. I think at the time, the only way to get a truly large screen was to buy a projector. Back then, it was really only commercial projectors that could offer decent quality. For me, the larger the screen, the greater the immersion, except when the screen gets so large, you need to turn your head to see the whole image. At that point, you're potentially missing details.
Once again, waiting for a mini LED or OLED from Sony in 98”. While my A90J 83” is still awesome, I really want the same kind of picture in a bigger size. One of these days….
Any suggestion for Dolby vision Bright setting? with Apple TV connected it does not look that good and most of the time it is too bright to watch. So what setting should be changed in this case?
You going to just sit there and tease us with those SVS towers? We see you.
I am.
It’s all about delayed gratification 😊
They are beauties
We had to take this TV off the wall to review another and I can't wait to put it back!
Oh, it's killing me to have the Sony off to the side right now.
Sony is killing it in the TV game. I only wish they finally updated the HDMI 2.1/eARC situation. Otherwise it’s practically perfect TV lineup.
Hope you got some rest this weekend! 😊
@@gavriushkaHopefully I don’t get blacklisted for excessive comments😂. Earlier this year, I had to struggle with juggling expenses for both some very expensive yard drainage and hardscaping paving work and an upgrade to TV from aging Vizio LCD. I’ve owned at least 4 Sony TV since my first 27” Trinitron in the early ‘70s; they’ve always been at the list of my short list and wish I could have afforded one this time around, but budgetary constraints won out, and I opted for an open box LG B2 77” - still a quantum leap over the Vizio. 😊
Lol!
How long will Sony let you have it?
One of the most clear concise and educational Tv reviews I have seen. This review went beyond to explain the clear difference between the sony and TCL big panel offering. Helped with my next tv purchase for sure.
I am so glad your found the review helpful!
The Sony Tax exists for a reason, most of the time at least. That's the reason I've purchased Sony TV's to act as my main display for the last 20 years. The other rooms get the mid range TCL treatment. It's been a good mix so far, and I find it hard to break away from.
Wouldn't be the same end of the week without another video. Great Sunday everyone.
Thanks for tuning in again! We really appreciate it!
Good Sunday morning Andrew and Kristi. Another great review. Thanks for all the great weekly content you produce. I really look forward to it!
Thank you so very much!
Thank you for showing the channel some love. We really do appreciate it.
I have a VIZO, and a SHARP AUQOUS, LCD screens, about 15 y.o.. Your info is helping me learn about the new tech out there, for when these get replaced. Thank you, and they look great too. I did a pixel clean, which improved them a lot ,and the new tv's will be pro calibrated as well.
I don’t have room on the wall for this beast, but you guys have definitely planted the seed of an idea in the back of my mind. Keep up the awesome reviews.
P.S. Wasn’t sure about Fridays unplugged episodes but they are growing on me. Lots of good info.
We bought Sony 85inch 5 or so years ago and were blown away. Sony TVs are awesome and would really like to check out their new 98inch. Thanks Andrew 👍😎
Starting and ending the weekend with the Robinsons! The Sony looks really good.
Thanks for the great review. I got the 85 inch version and I’m loving it I did originally buy the 85 inch TCL QM8, while the QM8 looked good. I wanted more color accuracy tv. On a sidenote, are those the new SVS speakers I hope to hear your review soon.
A timely review as always Andrew and Kristi! i just pulled the trigger on an 85 inch X90L last night! Do you know based on the specs if i can reasonably expect similar performance once i get mine home and installed?
been waiting for this review stoked to see it.
Teasing with those SVS speakers in frame, anxious for that review, let’s have it next week please
I can't wait for your SVS review!
Really appreciate the visual aid when talking about the picture modes, it's so helpful to compare the profiles to each other.
Glad you found it helpful.
We appreciate you noticing the finer details Andrew puts into these videos. And good morning!
@@KristiWright Trust, I do notice the little things as I’m fascinated by videography and audio, I keep saying that the production quality of this channel is top notch, and don’t get me started on the B-Roll, sometimes it gets me speechless.
@@txerapng You are so sweet! I know it means A LOT to Andrew. He filmed this TV twice to get it just right.
@@txerapng I thank you so much!
Really great review Andrew, love the B-roll too. Have you reviewed the Samsung "Frame" series yet? I can't find it if you have. I like this TV for the Art feature but wonder if I'm getting gouged for just-that-feature. Curious about your thoughts.
Hi Andrew & Kristi. Great review of the 98XL. I’ve had one of these on the wall for the last 5-6 months. Love it! I hadn’t sat down and carried out a calibration as such. Have been happy with the custom mode, much like yourself.
Keep up the good work. Look forward to your weekly reviews/thoughts.
Phil.
Thanks for sharing!
X90L isn’t being replaced and is staying around for all sizes this year as the option in the line up before the Bravia 7
Great educational review as usual. I hope sony sends you a Bravia 9 for review. This is the one I have my eyes on.
Wow 👏 what a tv to get hands on. Was really looking forward to seeing that. 3:18 please show tv sizes more often with people or object to get an idea of actual TV. Gives perspective for some who doesn’t have access to seeing them in person. Love Sony TVs and their processing. Love their Vivid mode which makes the color pop and add depth. Another awesome review thanks.
Good afternoon, friends. Really enjoyed this video, it was worth the wait! This would be my top choice in this size, Sony processing continues to be the standard for displays.
I have a Sony 85 inch x85j model . Has 500 plus nits and the picture is pretty dam good .I was thinking about getting a 98 TV . But like most of us . price does come into the picture . Very happy with Sony ,but I Think the only way to move up to a big boy TV is to settle for a TCL or Hisense . I Think I will wait for this fall and black Friday .Hoping to see a 98=100 inch on sale for 1800. Then I WILL pull the trigger . And then put my Epson projector to bed for good . Word to the wise secure those big 85 plus Tv's And buy as much extended warranty as possible . Love the review on Sony sets Andrew .
That is insane but I like it. Back in 2021, when my spouse and I were completely gutting our home. I said now would be the time to update our TV for the living room. I was leaning toward one of LG's OLED models. However, our budget was not allowing it. So I compromised and went with LG 86NANO90UPA and I gotta say we're happy with it. But down the road when it's time replace it who knows what will be available. Great video. Thanks for sharing.
Great review Andrew
Thanks for a great review.
Andrew how would you compare the black levels & contrast to the X95L? Not a fair fight I know. Just curious. BTW our room has no side viewing. All straight on. Great video!
Do you plan on reviewing the sony bravia 9 with it's 4,000 peak brightness mini led 4k tv? Have you experienced the tcl x955 mini led 4k tv with 5,000 nits or the hisense 10,000 nits 4k mini led tv that was shown at ces 2024? I'm looking for a 4k mini led tv with the maximum peak brightness of the sony bravia 9 of 4,000 nits, tcl x955 with 5,000 nits or the hisense 10,000 nits sweet spot goodness. I'm used to using very bright displays. I already have burn in issues with all the oled displays that I use, that's why I prefer to have displays with the maximum brightness with no burn in issues because I would disable all the burn in protection features on the oled tvs because oled displays on tvs are just not bright enough. On all non oled displays I have the back light and brightness sliders maxed out. For all oled displays, I intentionally have all the brightness sliders maxed out with dark mode always off with static images. With the display settings that I mentioned, I apply the same max brightness silders settings maxed out 24 hours 7 days a week on purpose even indoors on my sony xperia 1 iv android phones 4k 120 hz oled display and my samsung chrome 4k super amoled display. I always use the option to turn off screen saver as long as it's available otherwise screen time out is set to the highest possible settings or turn off screen time completely if it's available. I treat all oled displays like they are not oled displays and they are guaranteed to have burn in issues.
Excellent review. Wow. I purchaed but canceled the Samsumg 98" Q80C because I have always been a Sony Bravia guy. Now I feel much better about my decision.
I’d be curious to know what are the top three tvs of the ones you have tested over the years for best out of the box picture accuracy. Seems hard nowadays to find a calibrator and it would be nice to avoid that additional cost… great video! :)
I had been considering the 75” x90L until I saw the new Bravia line, likely the 7. Can’t wait to see if you both review the Sony ht-a9M2. Really digging the glasses look. Hope you and Kristi are well.
Hello Andrew.Should I choose this particular TV instead of the sony 85x95l for viewing from 3-4 meters?Which TV will I get more and better emotions from?
Can’t wait for the SVS titan or pinnacle review. Oh wait, that’s coming up next Sunday!!! 😮😮😮😮
Thanks for the review on the Sony 98” tv, it’s been a long time since coming, but would be nice to get a comparison between the Hisense UX110 and TCL 115” tv against the Sony, these two tv’s should give the Sony a challenge, thank you for all the great content you bring to us
Amazing video Andrew LOVED IT 💪💪🙌🙌
Ended up getting the tcl 98 inch but always love to see reviews on these larger models as they can perform differently to the smaller cousins, hopefully a 120 inch is in the works by someone
Which TCL did you get? The Q class or the other one?
@@KristiWright I’m in Australia so the models are named differently here but it’s a qled display type, very happy with it big upgrade over a ultra short throw lg projector I’d had for several years before
16:55 I personally own this X90L in the 75" variant and I will say I love this tv. I have a little DSE in one corner but not enough to worry about it. I can't see it in real world content . finally a 98" TV that shuts down that TCL hooray 🙌🏽. P.s. good morning Kristi and I would like a copy of your short film you know the email guys thanks I'll do a review 😅...
Please do a review of the Sony Ht-A9M2. Please also compare it to the old model, and most importantly to other Atmos systems in that price class. Like can you build your own Atmos system for the same amount of money to sound better?
Can it hold up to regular speakers, or just soundbars?
Great video! I bought this TV and love it. The only thing both my wife and I prefer that differs with your assessment is that we prefer the Standard picture over the Custom….like you said, because that mode is brighter and seems less “washed out.” Plus, I have for a few years been thinking of building a theater room, but this 98” placed in our living area with our heads on the couch about 8 ft away fills our view almost perfectly. Couple that with 10 speakers and 2 subs, to make a great theater room. We even use a BDI console that you turned us on to that can handle the weight, and the new Sony 5000 receiver to tie it all together. The perfect set up…..for us!
That sounds AWESOME!
Thanks Andrew for your review and thoughts. I wiill be waiting for reviews on the new Hisense 98" UX, I had the 85" and liked it but I could see where the Sony had better dynamic range/black to white gradiation capabilities but still a good value for the buck tv for those of us whos personal accountants (wife😉) limits our tv budgets. I only returned the 85" UX because they announced the 98".
Oh snap, the new SVS speaker review is coming... Sweet!
I’m excited for that review also!
The Sony 5000ES is not sold in Australia but the 360 Spatial and integration with my Sony TV are features I really want. Do you think these features are good enough to grey import one into Australia and foregoing a warranty instead of just getting a Marantz cinema 50 locally?
Would you take this over the 8k 85qn900 you reviewed? I’m so torn…keep up the good work really enjoy your content.
What gear do you use when listening for personal enjoyment?
Love your decor and overall taste. It would be great if you could do a video showcasing the living room and all the different pieces, like the couch, coffee table, etc. Links would also be appreciated!
A video in that vein is coming.
Looking forward to the SVS tower review! Planning to upgrade from my Klipsch RP8000f ii and the new SVS Ultra Pinnacle is on my list. Really enjoying the "follow up" video format! Have a great one!
It's coming very soon.
A day before you released this review I ate at a restaurant that had 3 98” TCL TVs broadcasting CZcamsTV content. I was very impressed with the picture performance except for some minor blooming I saw. The color and contrast were exceptional.
Suffice to say, your Sony review makes the decision for anyone looking for a 98” TV a challenging one. Ultimately it comes down to budget.
It's a lot more than just budget. The TCL's and the Hisens TVs just don't have the record of reliability that Sony has. Sure, any TV can break but the Sony, at least statistically speaking, has shown over the past 20+ years to be the most reliable TV brand on the market. TCL and Hisense aren't anywhere even close to that when it comes to longevity or reliability.
I compared the 98” TCL QM8 to the Sony 98” X90L. For me, deep blacks and contrast were most important. The TCL had much deeper, almost OLED-like blacks. The X90L black levels were more gray than black, which was disappointing. I prefer the image quality on the TCL QM8 and ended up buying it over the 98” X90L. One of the rare times I disagree with Andrew’s assessment.
@@craigslistuser12 That's a very common mistake that many consumers actually make today, unfortunately. The TCL presents really well, no question about it. The problem is that TCL just simply doesn't have the record of reliability or longevity that Sony has. Sony is the #1 rated brand for reliability in the TV space over the past 20 years. As nice as the TCL's look, they simply have too high of a failure rate to ever be recommended. The is the exact same issue that buyers of Hisense TVs run into as well. They look great, but they simply fail at far too high of a frequency.
I asked for review of this SVS evolution, and I see you have in the background. Could you include the comparism with KEF Meta 11 and Bowers Wilkinson and Emotiva equivalents please 🙏
I want to know when you will review those new SVS speakers that are not even available yet??
I have the ultra towers with a powerful Rotel amp and I need to know if the upgrade is worth the money.
1:26 I’m glad you said it depends on your setup because I know some people consider it a bummer but not me for the RZ50 has more HDMI 2.1 ports than the TV. When I was choosing a tv between TCL and Hisense, Hisense won because I had the ability to have HDMI 2.1 on my eARC port (and all other performance was similar). I know for soundbar users it suck but for AV receiver users it’s great.
Wow. Love it . When I move I think that will be my next family room tv . Thank you both for such great work do. I really enjoyed this .
Be sure to come back in 10 minutes for today's Unplugged for more on the Sony!
I wish TV manufactures would add a dedicated HDMI output to pass audio along to AVRs and soundbars. This would leave all the inputs open, especially the HDMI 2.1 for game consoles.
Great review, thank you for it, Andrew. Would you consider this TV set to be better than previous/older Sony's Master Series sets or at least on par with them?
I can't speak for this model but their A90, which will be their flagship this year over QD-OLED. Sony made a led controller the size of a sesame seed. This gives them a lot more granular control over each LED.
Sony said it gave them such control that they have dimmable control over each LED while others are just basically on/off or slow to react. I mean, both their 1st and 2nd gen QD-OLED TV's won TV of the year from most places, for Sony to replace it with a mini LED TV for the flagship days a lot. Other models will obviously benefit and obviously the Sony flagship model is never cheap either I think it can get close to 4000 boys in a 5% window which will make HDR so much better. It may not be that high but it's up there.
Did you connect a Sony AVR to it? I would like to hear about its eARC compatibility. How responsive is volume control and supported audio formats.
This question is answered in today's Unplugged - watch it here czcams.com/video/VCi_R973wEY/video.htmlfeature=shared
Looking forward to your thoughts on the LG G4 in 83” size. Hope you get an opportunity to review it.
I can't wait to get it
Well i see the svs speakers are about to be reviewed soon!!! Yayy
Wonder if andrew will be reviewing them sunday or not
Great review. Hoping will Kristi can address this tv vs the excellent x95L. Realizing that one only comes in 85 inch. Would like to know how this 90L compares to it in terms of contrast.
I have been waiting for this one I just made popcorn and a dirty martini. I’m going to really enjoy this one cheers
Hope it was worth the wait!
I currently have a cheap 2023 75" LG LED TV I got for 780€ and I am really, really satisfied with it, like 9/10, it also hits 1100nits brightness.
In order for me to upgrade to a 85" or even a 98" TV I need fist to upgrade my house to a bigger house, because it wont physically fit with combination of left and right speakers. lol
But if I do, the upgrade will 100% be a Sony, I believe you when you say it's better than the competition.
I Noticed New SVS speakers First, can't wait to see your Review coz I shortlisted it....
Stay tuned...
Great review!
So happy you were able to catch it and enjoy it! Hope you had a good rest of your weekend!
Yet another comment to this thread- on the subject of mainstream brands’ response to YT viewers’ / customer feedback. On a recent review of the new Bravia Theatre Series - specifically the Quad replacement for HTA9, I casually mentioned a feature that some folks might consider desirable on the little black controller/ hub - specifically the option for connection of the centre channel audio output to a third party device, rather than the audio surface speaker on currently only select Sony TVs. Colour me surprised to see two responses within a 24 hr period from a company spokesperson on that subject; as in, “thanks for the feedback, I’ll forward that on to product development/engineering” and “they are trying their best to let the newer generations get the quality we enjoyed in years past …. without the space or rat’s nest”
Dem SVS towers lookin mighty ready for the big screen that is Andrew Robinson reviews.
You mentioned how good the TV is at upscaling 1080p Blu-ray content. Do you first have to disable upscaling on both the disc player and the AVR for this to happen correctly? If so, do you lose your AVR's on-screen-display for volume, etc?
Yes, but keep in mind that some external devices like Nvidia Shield and Apple 4k are amazing at upscaling.
We answer your question in today's Unplugged: czcams.com/video/VCi_R973wEY/video.htmlfeature=shared
hi Andrew, big fan, can you review 98" QN90D. can you compare it with X90L. thank you very much.
Hey Andrew, even tho this rocked as a Full array LED would you have rather it be a mini LED? Like if it came out tomorrow, would you hang that instead? (Should I wait for a 98” min LED?
My answer czcams.com/video/VCi_R973wEY/video.htmlsi=pcIFgwYTvZkok2Kk&t=1396
Dude …..I live 4-5 min walk from Bestbuy. The MINI LED visual is Next level. N usually they are Glossy. U should wait out to see the 2024 options. X90L is great panel, its too MATTE finish for my liking tho. Some ppl actually like Matte monitor n matte Tv. I discovered 1 last week ,n. Realize there ppl out there like it. But at least u should know what u will stuck with cuz 98” so huge.
Happy Monday Andrew & Kristi - Quick question: It looks like they offer an 85" in the X90L. Would you say the same feature set and custom profile setting mentioned in your review would also apply to the 85" version of this TV? Do you think we could expect to see similar performance w/r/t blooming, DSE, and other positive highlights you mentioned?
There is a good to great chance the 85 inch model will perform similarly.
@@robinsonbrand Excellent! I've been looking at replacements for our main TV, going from a 65" to 85". At a sitting distance of only 10ft, I think a 98" might just be too big for the space, even though the wall could easily support it.
You get a shout out in today's Unplugged. Watch it here czcams.com/video/VCi_R973wEY/video.htmlfeature=shared
what about the neo qled 8k?
Wow 150 lbs is heavy. That TV lift is going to be a a must have. I will be wishing for your review of the new Samsung TV’s. Competition is great for the consumer but Sony always seem to pull a rabbit out of their hats with enhanced performance and technology. I am wondering how well does this TV integrated with their current line of AV receivers? See ya Friday.
Can you hook up the Sony ht-a9 and test the Acoustic Center Sync feature, using the tv as the center channel of the ht-a9 system?
We plan on testing it on the new AT-A9 replacement.
@Andrew Will you be reviewing Sony's latest bravia 9 flagship tv...please say yes!!!......Given how much last year's X95L impressed you and bravia 9 is supposedly the really big improvement in brightness as well as black levels....courtesy of sony's new backlight technology and unique local dimming algorithm ... you should , in my opinion , absolutely try that out.......
Loved the Girlfriend Reviews reference lol excellent review as always!
Dear Andrew,
Thank you as always for the fantastic review. I've got to ask you a question, though-if you were to buy a 98-inch Sony for yourself, would you go for an LED model, or would you rather wait until Sony releases MiniLED in the upcoming year or so? I'd love to buy it, but investing seven thousand pounds in potentially outdated tech might not be the wisest decision. So far, I've purchased all my home theater equipment based on your reviews and am eagerly awaiting your advice.
This question is answered in today's Unplugged. Watch it here czcams.com/video/VCi_R973wEY/video.htmlfeature=shared
Would you share your calibration settings? Pretty please?
Awesome review, as always. Sorry you had to watch "Driven", though
What cart with the lift is that? Thats so useful to have, you just get the tv into position and wheel it up
Hi @MasterMark5, You'll find that information in the description box just below the video's title. Thanks for watching!
Dear Andrew! Can you please share the name of the lift that you used to wallmount this TV?
Hi @koba8055, You'll find that information in the description box just below the video's title. Thanks for watching!
The "then go with god" moment would make an excellent meme
I wait for Bravia 9✌️
Can you share your settings used on that TV tonget the bets picture quality for all content like HDR, Dolby Vision etc.
As I state in the review, putting the TV in its Custom picture profile is essentially the same as calibrated.
Be sure to watch this morning's Unplugged video! Your question is answered!
Great to hear. Moving into a new home soon and was was trying to decide between the 85 inch Sony or the TCL QM8. Think I will go with the Sony.
In my humble opinion, Sony is making the best displays on the market right now. TCL is great and a value leader, but Sony's attention to detail is why I feel they're a cut above.
@@robinsonbrand Had more than a few CRT TVs in my time, and the only brand that I can recall coming close to Sony’s picture and audio quality with its separate speakers was the short lived Proton brand from Taiwan - sold through early NAD dealers, IIRC.
Is there a benefit in connecting a game console directly to the tv instead of going through a home theater receiver? Then would it matter that there only a couple of 2.1 compatible HDMI on the tv?
Way less input latency.
Hi, can you recommend me the best settings mode for movies? (I have x90l 55'')
Custom or Movie will be your best bets.
Omg please tell me you got the new svs center too 🙏🏼😁
❤ Thanks
Just picked up the 55 lg g3 on a great discount. The picture is amazing loving it every time I use it (I use the film maker mode on everything even when gaming). I considered a Sony as well but their tvs were more expensive and I needed more hdmi 2.1 ports. I know the lower model Sony I was considering is probably more colour accurate but without having two tvs next to each other I don’t think I’d notice the difference 😂.
I had a Samsung previously and green on it was terrible I either had to choose native and get green but overdone orange/red or auto and get greyish sort of green. So I definitely understand why Andrew has difficulty with some tvs.
If I could afford it I definitely would game on a huge Sony tv unfortunately I haven’t won the lottery.
Good to see you! LG makes great TVs.
Right on. Here we go! Love a good sony review
Morning!
So glad! Enjoy the review!
@@KristiWright mornin!!!
@@robinsonbrand always!
Afternoon Andrew & Kristi👍👍
Afternoon KJ!
Morning KJ!
Thanks!
Thank you! Really appreciate the extra love.
You had reviewed my TV so well earlier...
I always buy Sony when it comes to TV❤
Excellent review. Any link for the other hero seen in this video? The material dolly/lift??
EDIT: nevermind. It's there in the description.
Hi @MyFatherLoves, You'll find that information in the description box just below the video's title. Thanks for watching!
@@robinsonbrand my bad. Skimmed too quickly. Thank you!
Was there a live stream for April? If I can’t be there I try to podcast it.. love you guys..,
There wasn't. We had to skip this month due to scheduling.
Ok It is not as bright like a TCL QM 8 series 98". And sounds like the Sony has the same off axis issues.
Is your new wall setup in your main room is like dry wall plates unfinished? Interesting and compelling look.
I love the combination with those new SVS speakers and Sony ES receiver. Those speakers need the Emotiva XPA3 Differential Reference 3 channel amplifier . With Sony ES DSP and outbound Emotiva amplifiers will take it to the next level with those gorgeous tower speakers and the complimentary center.
I just thought this TV looked dim at Audio Advice Live. We need to see TCL and Hisense 2025 entrants at 98". Sony has thrown in the flag on large format again.
Kristi why can't a 2.5K NITs TCL QM8 not be tamed down and calibrated with a in home technician to get a Sony "like" look?
Great video, thanks!
Glad you liked it!
Good morning Andrew
Been following your videos that I truly enjoy
I do have a favor to ask
I am looking for an integrated amplifier or receiver that has the largest number of inputs both analog and digital
Here is what
Would like to connect the following:
Analog
Turntable ( I do have a phone preamp if there is none)
Reel to Reel
Cassette
8 track
Digital
Solid state Denon
Cocktail audio X45
CD player
Minidisc Deck
DAT deck
Would like to also have Ethernet port and USB in for computer and Bluetooth
Could you kindly propose a few models I could check ?
Many thanks
DCC deck
That is huge!
I definitely am thinking about replacing my dead Samsung 8K TV with a Sony. Since I don’t game on it at all, don’t care about HDMI, otherwise I’d put it in my bedroom instead. But it seems that Sony is absolutely killing it in the TV market and I’m all for it. Especially considering they ditched OLED for the flagship AND dropped the price significantly as well for the same sizes as last year. Can’t wait for that Bravia 9 review!
Great review guys!
Hope everyone is loving and enjoying their Sunday!
Sony is going to get really competitive and a little price-aggressive in 2024, so if you're thinking of getting a Sony, this may be the year to do it (at least based on what they're telling me and others). I hope all is well. I got swamped this week, but I have not forgotten about your questions and hopefully will get to them later today!
@@robinsonbrand all its no worry at all. I literally went through the entirety of the soundbar playlist a have a 2 choice shortlist at this point. I’m definitely considering Sony Bravia this year for Samsung replacement. My Sony X800D still works no problem since I bought it in 2017. Lovely little TV. So I know they’re reliable at least based on that.